This pedal-free system allows people to drive using only their hands

The DDAI recently launched its 3-year Strategic Plan.

Read the full article on the Irish Indo here: Disabled drivers call for text alert system as they fear violent attack when confronting motorists who park illegally | Irish Independent

A reminder that the DDAI’s 54^th AGM and Conference will take place in the Connacht Hotel, Dublin Road, Galway, H91 K5DD this coming Saturday 20^th April 2024.

A Laois Offaly TD has called on the Government to widen the eligibility criteria by which people with disabilities can obtain primary medical certs, following the harrowing case of one her constituents who had to have his left hand and most of his left arm amputated.

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In this episode Richard talks to Martyn Moran, Martyn lost his left leg following a terrible accident on the family farm when he was just 2 years 8 months old.

Now in his 70’s Martyn describes himself as an outgoing person and says he has a positive approach to life despite his difficulties. 

He says he has had a good life despite all the suffering.

Listen to the Podcast here:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/5cYfbcfhOZLguJm9ol4O4d?si=b2486bea0d32448f

OPERATION ENABLE - GOING EUROPEAN WIDE

Operation Enable is a multi-agency initiative between An Garda Síochána, Dublin City Council, Dublin Street Parking Services, Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland (DDAI) and the IWA.

The objective of the Operation is to remind motorists of the need to respect the Disabled Parking Bays in Dublin City Centre and to remind Disabled Parking Permit holders of the need to respect the conditions attached to the permits.

In this episode Richard talks to Seamus Reidy, Chairperson of the Disabled Drives Association of Ireland. Seamus is a wheelchair user since an early age but never let his disability get in the way of his independence and sense of adventure. Episode 4 - Seamus Reidy

Applegreen joins forces with fuelService to help fuel Disabled Drivers

Applegreen is delighted to announce that they have joined forces with fuelService and the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland (DDAI) to help disabled drivers receive assistance whilst refuelling at Applegreen stations across the country.